Archives of gerontology and geriatrics
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Arch Gerontol Geriatr · Sep 2020
Prevalence, correlates and outcomes of multimorbidity among the middle-aged and elderly: Findings from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study.
The multimorbidity associated with ageing has been prevalent worldwide and poses major challenges to the health care system. However, the research about multimorbidity in China is far from sufficient. Additionally, international studies on the influencing factors of multimorbidity and the impact on disability/mortality are still inconsistent. The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence, correlates and outcomes of multimorbidity among the middle-aged and elderly Chinese population. ⋯ Multimorbidity is highly prevalent in China and possesses significantly negative effects on health outcomes. Identification of the key population and tailored interventions on their modifiable risk factors should be paid much importance.